Ethos Farm to Health Board of Directors

Ethos Farm to Health Founder and Chairman of the Board

Ron Weiss, M.D. is dual board-certified in internal medicine and lifestyle medicine, and a primary care physician in New Jersey and New York. He is the founder of Ethos Primary Care and Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is also a botanist and farmer and offers an evidence-based, food-as-medicine approach to healing from chronic illness and optimizing wellness.  

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Michael has been an organic gardener since the 1970s, when he subscribed to Rodale Press’ Organic Gardening magazine. He is a strong proponent of eradicating invasive plants and landscaping with natives – principles he demonstrates on his own properties in Harding Township, NJ, and Stockbridge, MA.

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Cameron has his roots deep in traditional American agriculture.  He was born on an Iowa beef showplace farm that bred the world’s grand champion Shorthorn bull in the 1930’s.  He graduated from Iowa State University in agriculture business/agriculture journalism, working as a WOI Radio farm markets broadcaster while in school. Right out of Iowa State he moved to NYC to sell advertising for National Hog Farmer and BEEF magazines before returning to Iowa to work with Ralston Purina’s Livestock Chows Division. 

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Dr. Andrew “Drew” Smith is responsible for administrating, facilitating, and implementing farm operations and research activities at the Rodale Institute main campus and six other production and research campuses.

Drew earned a Bachelor of Science in agronomy at Cornell University and a Master of Science in entomology at the University of Maryland.

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Jason DeSalvo co-founded Strategic Outpatient Services, Inc. in 1995, a company specializing in the development and management of outpatient Positron Emission Tomography centers, currently serving as the Company’s CEO.

Mr. DeSalvo has served on non-profit Boards including Ethos Farm Project, Coral Reef Alliance, Tewksbury Land Trust, Jazz House Kids and Hoop-A-Paluza; also serving as Vice Chairman of Montclair, New Jersey’s Planning Board while a resident there.

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Gail Kreitzer, PCC is a Life & Leadership Coach, specializing in mindful communication, team building, leadership development, overcoming overwhelm, and personal empowerment. Gail believes it's the little things that generate the biggest impact. Her coaching company works with individuals across multiple industries including financial services, technology, pharmaceutical, education, and the armed forces. Gail is the creator of the Dashboarding® method of mental decluttering.  Before coaching, Gail was a Human Resources Executive in the marketing/advertising industry. 

Gail is the Chapter Leader of a community group within the International Coaching Federation of NJ and has served as the Development Chair on the Westmont Montessori board of trustees. During her free time, Gail enjoys hiking, Pilates, vegan cooking, playing Scrabble, and creating fun adventures and experiences for family and friends.

Hugo’s career has been a long and enriching journey through leadership roles at global corporations including GlaxoSmithKline, Schering-Plough, and Merck—where he served as Chief Commercial Officer. He has also held a board seat at Benchmark Holdings PLC (UK) and currently advises companies across pharmaceuticals, technology, and start-ups.

He is now bringing this experience to McKinsey as a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), while continuing to consult independently. He is especially passionate about innovation, digital transformation, and the evolving role of technology in business and healthcare.

Born in Argentina, and a proud American citizen, he has lived and worked in Brazil, France, Germany, and the Netherlands. His academic background includes a Bachelor’s from Liceo Militar, an MBA, and a CPA, along with executive training in marketing, technology, and leadership.

He lives in Tewksbury, NJ with his wife Karin and two German Shepherds. Spending time with his children and grandchildren is a great joy. 

In his free time, he enjoys exploring creativity through abstract painting—a colorful outlet that brings balance and inspiration to his everyday life.

As the founder of Hidden Spruce Farm Sanctuary in Bedminster, Tracy has channeled her deep commitment to animal welfare and plant-based living into the creation of a safe haven for vulnerable species. Established on her 50-acre family farm, the sanctuary reflects her mission to promote compassion and inspire lasting change.

In addition to her work with the sanctuary, Tracy is deeply invested in service and education. She currently serves on the Development Committee for The Willow School, and plays a key leadership role in organizing the school’s largest fundraising and community events.

Tracy’s professional background is rooted in finance and entrepreneurship. She previously owned and operated a boutique gourmet bakery that received recognition from prominent publications, including The New York Times. Earlier in her career, Tracy held leadership positions at Bank of America in the Healthcare and Institutions division, where she specialized in credit product analysis, underwriting, and relationship management.

Tracy holds a B.A. in Mathematics and Economics from Bucknell University, where she and her husband remain actively involved in various aspects of the University.